How Do I Setup a WordPress Site Locally?

Setting up a WordPress site locally can be a great way to test out your site before you upload it to the WordPress.com domain.

To set up a WordPress site locally, you’ll need to install the WordPress software on your computer. Once you have the software installed, you can start setting up your site by following these steps:.

First, create a new WordPress site by clicking on the “New Site” button on the WordPress.com home page.

You’ll be prompted to enter a site name and a description.

Next, you’ll need to choose a domain name for your site. You can choose a domain name that is similar to your site’s name or you can choose a domain name that is different from your site’s name.

After you’ve chosen a domain name, you’ll need to enter the domain name into your web browser’s address bar. You’ll then need to click on the “Create Site” button to continue.

Next, you’ll need to choose a hosting plan for your site. You can choose to host your site on a single server or you can choose to host your site on a server cluster.

After you’ve chosen a hosting plan, you’ll need to enter your site’s hostname and the server’s IP address into your web browser’s address bar.

Finally, you’ll need to create a WordPress.com account and verify your domain name.

After you’ve verified your domain name, you’ll be able to start uploading your content to your site.